Cognitive Functions

Each personality type engages the world through four cognitive functions. Each function is directed outward toward people and surroundings (Extraverted) or inward toward a person’s thoughts (Introverted).

Extraverted Sensing (Se) Sensing people process data with their five senses, so the Extraverted Sensing function allows a person to process life through experiences.

Introverted Sensing (Si) Sensing people process data with their five senses, so Introverted Sensing allows a person to remember and compare data in detail.

Extraverted Intuition (Ne) Intuitive people process data through impressions, possibilities and meanings, so Extraverted Intuition allows a person to see different path.

Introverted Intuition (Ni) Intuitive people process data through meaning and possibility. Introverted Intuition allows a person to have a sense of the future.

Extraverted Thinking (Te) Thinking people make decisions based on logic, so the Extraverted thinking function allows a person to organize and categorize thoughts.

Introverted Thinking (Ti) Thinking people make decisions based on logic, so the Introverted thinking function allows a person to categorize and analyze data.

Extraverted Feeling (Fe) Feeling people make decisions based on feelings, so the Extraverted Feeling function allows a person to adjust their behavior to others’ needs.

Introverted Feeling (Fi) Feeling people makes decisions based on feelings, so the Introverted Feeling function allows a person to know what they value.

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